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How safe is the Mac App Store? Privacy-violating apps uncovered
Security professionals often advise users that Apple’s Mac App Store is one of the safest places to download apps. After...

Cybersecurity affects every person who uses a device, connects to the internet, pays bills online, or stores important files digitally. The rise of cloud services, mobile apps, and complex online accounts has created new opportunities for criminals to target individuals. Mac users benefit from strong built-in protections, but threats now focus less on operating systems...

Apple has just released critically urgent security updates—including macOS Sequoia 15.4.1 and iOS 18.4.1—to address two zero-day vulnerabilities that have been actively exploited in...

It’s an age-old question: Should you shut down and restart your computer daily, or leave it running 24/7? Let’s explore the considerations for users...

Computer viruses continue to be a widespread and costly problem, affecting everyone from casual computer users to major organizations. Some of the most damaging...

For years, Mac users believed they were immune to viruses and other malicious software. Apple’s built-in defenses like Gatekeeper and XProtect reinforced that perception, and compared to Windows PCs, Macs historically faced fewer attacks. But times have changed. As...
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Security professionals often advise users that Apple’s Mac App Store is one of the safest places to download apps. After...
In 2016, Apple introduced the Touch Bar. This touchscreen strip replaces the function keys on higher-end MacBook Pro models...
The Intego Mac Podcast episode 47 is now available! In this week’s episode, Apple is expected to announce product...
The Intego Mac Podcast episode 46 is now available! We start by looking at a couple of small but...
Ever wondered what is a honeypot? This simple, yet practical guide covers the basic types of honeypots, as well...
The difference between malware and a virus, worm or spyware (or even vulnerabilities) can be confusing. Here's an in-depth...
Security researchers have uncovered a new strain of malware, identified by Intego VirusBarrier as OSX/Lazarus. The discovery of Lazarus Mac malware,...
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The Intego Mac Podcast episode 45 is now available! Surprise! Google’s location tracking works even when you think you’ve...
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You know that Google knows a lot about you. The company’s business model is based on its ability to...
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On Sunday, at the annual DEF CON hacker conference, the world was warned about serious flaws that could...